The enhancement and protection of our natural environment is critical to future economic and social development. There is an opportunity to deliver a sustainable thriving environment where business can flourish. A clean and green environment makes a major contribution to our citizens having a long, healthy and active life, as well as creating a place where people want to live, visit and invest.

The transboundary nature of water bodies across the Programme Area presents an opportunity for strategic collaboration. The proposed investment will facilitate the development and implementation of cross border best practice and technical expertise to improve water quality across the Programme Area.